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Eco-Friendly Pest Control: Advanced Preservation Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856950_0002_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Eco-Friendly Pest Control: Advanced Preservation Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856950_0002_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856950_0002_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,856,950.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent focused on termite-resistant wood preservative compositions, but the industry has long sought effective, environmentally friendly solutions for other sectors. This invention addresses the limitations of traditional pest control methods by adapting the core technology to new use cases, providing a safer, more sustainable approach to managing pests across diverse industries.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel applications of the original composition, expanding its utility beyond wood protection to diverse industries. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of the composition to address pest control challenges in these new areas, thereby providing a broader, more versatile solution.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include varying the concentration of D-Limonene or using different types of oils. Additional variations could involve combining the composition with other natural or synthetic agents to enhance its effectiveness or tailor it to specific industries.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This invention has significant commercial potential across various industries, including textiles, agriculture, apiculture, leather goods, and greenhouse management. The market for sustainable, environmentally friendly pest control solutions is growing, and this invention is poised to capture a substantial share of that market.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01N27/00
A A01 A01N25/24
A A01 A01N43/16
A A01 A01N55/08
A A01 A01N65/36

Field of Art

Pest control compositions, specifically natural insecticide and repellent formulations with emphasis on essential oil-based treatments for various substrates and environments

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A chemist or agricultural scientist with expertise in natural pest control, familiar with essential oil properties, formulation techniques, and application methods across different substrates

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the core composition of D-Limonene and acrylic lacquer from the source patent represents a versatile pest control system with broad applicability beyond wood treatment. The PTD's variations demonstrate predictable extensions of the original invention by applying the same fundamental chemical composition to different substrates and pest control scenarios using standard application techniques.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Termite resistant wood preservative composition using cold pressed orange oil with 80-95% D-Limonene and acrylic lacquer
PTD Variation
Applying the composition to fabric, food crops, beehives, leather goods, and greenhouse environments for insect control
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that the fundamental pest-repellent properties of the D-Limonene composition are transferable across different substrates using known application methods
Source Patent Element
Concentration ranges of 20-25% orange oil with at least 80% D-Limonene
PTD Variation
Maintaining similar concentration ranges when adapting the composition to new application contexts
Obviousness Reasoning
The consistent concentration ranges demonstrate a predictable approach to formulation that a skilled practitioner would find obvious when extending the invention's utility
Source Patent Element
Use of acrylic lacquer as a carrier/binding agent
PTD Variation
Utilizing acrylic lacquer as a consistent base for applying the composition across different surfaces and environments
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize acrylic lacquer's versatility as a binding and application medium for essential oil-based pest control compositions
Source Patent Element
Natural pest control composition using D-Limonene
PTD Variation
Expanding application methods from wood treatment to spray and brush techniques for diverse surfaces
Obviousness Reasoning
Standard application techniques are well-known to a PHOSITA and represent an obvious extension of the original invention's principles
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11856950, the present disclosure demonstrates that the claimed variations in pest control composition applications would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as the fundamental chemical composition and pest control mechanism remain substantially unchanged across different substrates and environments.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,950
TitleTermite repellent and wood protector